Campaign notebook: Amash to stop in Battle Creek, Hastings

U.S. Rep. Justin Amash will hold town hall meetings in Battle Creek and Hastings Tuesday while campaigning for re-election.

Amash will be at Moonraker West, 544 W. Columbia Ave., from noon to 1 p.m. Tuesday. He will also be at the County Seat Lounge, 128 S. Jefferson St. in Hastings, from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. the same day.

The congressman faces Brian Ellis, a businessman from Grand Rapids, in the Republican primary for the 3rd Congressional District. Bob Goodrich is also running as a Democrat.

Peters to visit veterans in Battle Creek

Gary Peters, Democratic candidate for the U.S. Senate seat being vacated by Sen. Carl Levin, will be in Battle Creek this week as part of his “Stars, Stripes and Service Tour.”

Peters will be at the American Legion Post 298 at 228 N. 20th St. from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Tuesday.

Todd endorsed by firefighters

Terris Todd has been endorsed by the Michigan Professional Fire Fighters Union, his campaign announced Friday.

“Our members are confdent when you are elected, you will fight to protect their safety and their rights in the Legislature,” union President Mark Docherty said in a statement to Todd. “We know that we can count on your support of not only Michigan firefighters, but all working people around the state.”

The union said it represents 7,500 active and retired members.

Todd is one of three Democrats seeking to replace Rep. Kate Segal, D-Battle Creek, for the 62nd District seat. Two Republicans are also running.

Bizon wins support from doctors

Political action committees representing doctors around the state have put their support behind Dr. John Bizon, endorsing the Republican candidate for the 62nd state House District race.

Bizon’s campaign announced Monday the endorsements from the Michigan Doctors Political Action Committee, which represents the Michigan State Medical Society, and the Michigan Osteopathic Political Action Committee.

“We support Dr. John Bizon because he is the only candidate in this race that is qualified to talk about healthcare,” Kristofer Nicholoff, CEO and executive director of the Michigan Osteopathic Association, said in a statement. “I’ve worked closely with Dr. Bizon, and in that time I have seen his amazing work ethic. He cares a great deal for all people.”

Dr. Mark Komorowski, chair of the Michigan Doctors PAC, called Bizon “a proven leader,” pointing to his past experience as president of the Michigan State and Calhoun County medical societies.

“Dr. Bizon’s experience as a physician will make him a great legislator,” he said in a statement. “He listens, develops a plan, and then acts in the best interests of all involved.”

Morgan endorsed by BLET

Dave Morgan, Democratic candidate for the 62nd District state House seat, has been endorsed by the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen, his campaign announced Monday.

The group is the oldest rail labor union in North America and was founded in Marshall in 1863, according to its website. In 2004, it merged with the International Brotherhood of Teamsters.

Morgan will hold a fundraiser and silent auction from 4 to 6 p.m. Saturday, July 12 at his campaign office, 216 North Ave. Food and drinks will be served, according to a news release.

Morgan’s campaign has suggested a $30 donation and for hosts, a $100 donation. More information can be found at www.davemorgan2014.com.